'More for Limerick': Mayor John Moran unveils his five year vision

MAYOR John Moran has unveiled his ambitious plan for his five years in office.

Entitled More for Limerick, the blueprint runs to 134 pages and is published following talks with members of council and other groups.

Mayor Moran says the finalised programme is a reflection of the views of the community and the priorities and hopes of elected councillors and officials who contributed to its formation.

He thanked the support of councillors for what he described as a "critical document for Limerick".

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"Delivering the Limerick described in the document will also require us to get our fair share from the organs of national government, and from the national agencies who also have a responsibility to help us succeed. We will all need to work together to pull the various levers to achieve this," he added.

"I set out what I believe to be the best path to creating a new Limerick. The ideas and actions set out hereafter will guide my hands for the next five years of my term. The initiatives outlined within aim to address the most pressing needs across Limerick, including housing, infrastructure, economic, and community development, while also aligning with the broader objectives of national and regional policy frameworks,” said Limerick's first directly elected mayor.

He continued: “Throughout the coming months and years, the Offices of the Mayor and the director general will work to align the programme with changing circumstances, new sources of funding, or new developments as they arise. We will also provide ongoing updates on the progress of the Programme.”

County director general Dr Pat Daly says the executive stands ready to help deliver the ambitious scheme: “The mayoral programme for Limerick is a landmark document that sets a clear and ambitious path for our city’s future. The executive team is fully committed to supporting Mayor Moran in realising this vision. By working collaboratively with national government and agencies, we aim to leverage all available resources to meet the needs of our community. This programme is not just a plan but a promise to the people of Limerick to strive for a more vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable Limerick.”

Council priomh comhairleoir Cllr Dan McSweeney added: "This document is the culmination of extensive collaboration and reflects many of the collective aspirations of our community. Mayor Moran has taken on board the concerns of councillors and incorporated our suggestions, ensuring that this programme addresses the diverse needs of all Limerick residents. Together, we are committed to making Limerick a more liveable, prosperous, and healthy place for everyone."